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Sun Times in Cullen
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Cullen?
Sunrise in Cullen on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:49 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Cullen?
Sunset in Cullen on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:37 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Cullen?
Morning golden hour in Cullen ends at 7:21 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:04 PM.
How long is the day in Cullen?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Cullen there are 12 hours and 48 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Cullen?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Cullen at 1:13 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Cullen?
In Cullen, sunset is at 7:37 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:02 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:02 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Cullen?
Twilight in Cullen lasts approximately 85 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Cullen?
The earliest sunrise in Cullen in 2026 is at 6:04 AM on June 7 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Cullen?
The latest sunset in Cullen in 2026 is at 8:26 PM on June 24 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Cullen?
After sunset at 7:37 PM in Cullen, civil twilight ends at 8:02 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:02 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Cullen shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Cullen
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Cullen on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:16 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 13m |
| February | 6:57 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 02m |
| March | 7:23 AM | 7:21 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:43 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 00m |
| May | 6:14 AM | 8:06 PM | 13h 52m |
| June | 6:04 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 19m |
| July | 6:16 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 07m |
| August | 6:37 AM | 7:58 PM | 13h 22m |
| September | 6:57 AM | 7:19 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 7:18 AM | 6:40 PM | 11h 22m |
| November | 6:44 AM | 5:12 PM | 10h 28m |
| December | 7:09 AM | 5:08 PM | 9h 59m |